In our office, every day is Take Your Dog to Work Day! At K9 Natural, we’ve been sharing our workspace with our furry friends for years, and it's proven to be a great way to boost morale and foster a positive atmosphere. With nine ‘regular employees’ of the four-legged variety...
Like us, our pets can suffer from allergies, and mimicking the human world, this condition appears to be on the rise! Pet allergies can manifest in various symptoms with one of the most common presentations being itchy skin. Whilst not usually life-threatening, any owner of an itchy pet can attest...
As we approach the upcoming holiday season and creativity starts to flow, the team at K9 Natural believes spooky costumes and tasty festivities can be celebrated not only by humans but by our pets too. Halloween presents a fantastic opportunity to include the entire family in the celebrations by dressing...
If your dog has ever been diagnosed with pancreatitis, you would know that it is a painful and serious disease that can make your pet quite unwell. Unfortunately, it can be challenging to manage and is something we see quite commonly in the veterinary world, in fact just this week...
Māori Language Week, Te Wiki o te Reo Māori, has been celebrated in New Zealand, Aotearoa since 1975. This is a special week in Aotearoa to promote and celebrate te reo Māori as one of the country's official languages, through its incorporation into everyday life. This year, Te Wiki o...
Upset tummies are one of the most frequent reasons pets are presented to me in the clinic. Vomiting and diarrhoea are extremely common problems in our pets but are often a challenge for owners to know if or when it warrants a visit to the vet. Unfortunately, vomiting and diarrhoea...
When it comes to K9 Natural, we wouldn’t be able to provide the Best in Nutrition without one integral part of our team: our office dogs. Whether you’ve hit an afternoon lull or just need a quick play break, there is no better morale booster than our four-legged employees who...
As a pet parent it is easy to get into a routine that works for you and your pup. However, there are many ways that we can update our daily routines to help positively impact the environment – without having to make any major life adjustments that cause added stress.
Ever wondered how that person gets their dog to sit on command every single time? Or why other peoples’ pups seem to come when they call them, drop their prized ball when asked and are just generally better behaved than your unruly pooch? The answer is likely effective and consistent...
This summer is serving up a heatwave of epic proportions, and while we know how important it is to keep ourselves hydrated and cool, let’s not forget to keep an eye out for our four-legged friends.
Ever wondered why your dog or cat is turning their nose up at food they were loving just days ago? They’re probably trying to tell you something is not quite right with their dinner. Chances are, this is down to the way it has been stored.
Whilst some people are still lamenting their forgone European summer or Balinese birthday celebration, others are taking the opportunity to pack up the car and explore the offerings of their own backyard. As a consequence, the pets once relegated to the confines of a boarding facility or neighbour’s house are...
With preparations in full swing for the spooky season, it is important that we not only start planning our decorations, but also how we can keep our canine friends safe during the holiday season.
While we all navigate these uncertain COVID-19 waters, we must remember these changing times affect our animal companions too and as pet owners. It is our job to steady the ship and help them sail smoothly out the other side.
As us humans batten down the hatches and stay on home soil for the next little while, the furry members of your family are probably experiencing feelings of equal parts excitement and confusion at your sudden extended presence in their life. Changing to this new normal can bring about unique...
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